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Tom Toro’s Environmental Cartoons: Process Videos

Go behind the ink — and sign up to get these cartoons in our newsletter.
May 14, 2026
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John R. Platt
Go behind the ink — and sign up to get these cartoons in our newsletter.
ripples in water
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The Two Words Giving Me Hope — Even As the Trump Administration Dismantles More Climate Regulations

There’s a lot going on to distract us from progress. But if you look through the noise, you’ll find encouraging patterns that no one can stop.
February 11, 2026
by
John R. Platt
There’s a lot going on to distract us from progress. But if you look through the noise, you’ll find encouraging patterns that no one can stop.
Sun setting over the ocean
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Extreme Weather, Wildlife Trafficking, and Giraffes: 15 of Our Most Powerful Articles of 2025

Our reporters showcased the power and importance of journalism covering wildlife, climate change, and environmental justice.
December 29, 2025
by
John R. Platt
Our reporters showcased the power and importance of journalism covering wildlife, climate change, and environmental justice.
Misty mountains in the rising sun
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12 Environmental Commentaries That Defined Our Year in 2025

These expert opinions address opportunities to make a difference — and point out a few of our failures.
December 22, 2025
by
John R. Platt
These expert opinions address opportunities to make a difference — and point out a few of our failures.
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Jane Goodall Will Live Forever

We’ve collected some of the best remembrances of the conservation icon and gathered a reading list of great books by and about Jane Goodall.
October 6, 2025
by
John R. Platt
We’ve collected some of the best remembrances of the conservation icon and gathered a reading list of great books by and about Jane Goodall.
A person silhouetted at sunset, with their arms up as if they are holding the sun
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18 Things to Do for Yourself, Wildlife, and the Planet Before Summer’s End

Our annual recommendations offer ways to recharge, make the most of the season, and come back ready to fight for progress.
August 13, 2025
by
John R. Platt
Our annual recommendations offer ways to recharge, make the most of the season, and come back ready to fight for progress.
Editorials

An Early ‘Independents’ Day?

What if a few moderate Republicans stood up and left their party? A bold move could weaken Trump and help democracy and the planet.
June 20, 2025
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John R. Platt
What if a few moderate Republicans stood up and left their party? A bold move could weaken Trump and help democracy and the planet.
Editorials

Why The Revelator Banned AI Articles and Art

Artificial intelligence consumes too much energy and water and produces too much pollution for any ethical person or organization who cares about the planet to use it.
May 13, 2025
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John R. Platt
Artificial intelligence consumes too much energy and water and produces too much pollution for any ethical person or organization who cares about the planet to use it.
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Coming to The Revelator: Exclusive Tom Toro Cartoons

The cartoonist will shine a satirical light on some of the biggest environmental problems of the day, including the extinction crisis.
April 8, 2025
by
John R. Platt
The cartoonist will shine a satirical light on some of the biggest environmental problems of the day, including the extinction crisis.
A pile of old typsetting letters
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2025 From A to Z

An alphabetical look at the environmental threats, priorities, and opportunities of the year ahead.
January 6, 2025
by
John R. Platt
An alphabetical look at the environmental threats, priorities, and opportunities of the year ahead.

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